Chapter 986

“Enough with the sucking up. Just get in,” said Cecilia.

After a moment of hesitation, Blake got into the car. She spoke timidly and hesitantly, “M-Ms. Samford, may I ask why you’d like to meet with me?”

Cecilia said, “I’ve been busy with other things recently, so I let you work under Kevin. He didn’t give you a hard time, did he?”

Blake answered, “It wasn’t just difficult but downright exploitative. Ms. Samford, look at the dark circles under my eyes. They’re the result of these past few days of burning the midnight oil.”

Cecilia said, “It must’ve been tough. You should go back and rest. I’ll assist you in getting a day off.”

A shiver ran down Blake’s spine as she looked at her smile. “It’s okay, Ms. Samford. Something’s come up at my home recently. So, I’ll be resigning after finishing out this month.

Cecilia asked inquisitively, “What happened? If you’ve encountered any difficulties, do you need a hand?”

“It’s okay, just a small matter. I can handle it myself.” When Blake said this, her sadness was visible.

Cecilia took out a bank card from her elegant limited-edition purse. “You were originally my assistant.

Now that there’s an issue at your home, I can’t leave it unattended. Spend this money as you see fit. If it’s not enough, just ask me for more.’

Blake politely declined, “How can I accept this? It’s too valuable. I can’t take it.”

Cecilia said, “Nonsense. Come to my office tomorrow and help me out. I happen to be short of an assistant.”

Blake eventually accepted the money. After some casual conversation, Cecilia once again inquired about Zach’s schedule. Without much hesitation, Blake sent her the itinerary.

Blake got out of the car and watched Cecilia drive away. Her gaze carried a deep and probing intensity.

Soon after, she called Kevin, who answered with his Bluetooth earpiece while en route to Southern Haven Villas, “What’s up?”

“Cecilia reached out to me. She also probed about my aunt’s situation.”

Kevin asked, “Your tone sounds happy, huh?”

Blake waved the bank card in her hand and said, “I have to say, Ms. Samford is pretty affluent. There might be six or seven figures in here. I feel like I’ll achieve financial freedom soon. What if I can’t resist the temptation and become her lackey? Then, I won’t have to work anymore!”

Blake wanted to say more, but Kevin had already hung up. After arriving at Southern Haven Villas, the servant handed the prepared gemstone ring to Kevin. This ring had always rested by the bedside.

Madelyn had left it at home when Zach coaxed her into doing the wedding photoshoot. Upon receiving the ring, Kevin immediately rushed to the wedding photography studio.

In the dressing room, Madelyn sat in front of the table. All the makeup artists could not do anything with her because she was not cooperating. Zach held the child in his arms while patiently waiting for Madelyn.

While the situation was still at a standoff, Madelyn heard a sound coming from another dressing room.

“Ms. Samford, this wedding dress looks absolutely perfect on you.’

TE “But I’m not satisfied with this one. Bring me the most expensive one in your store.”